So far I really enjoy therapy with him, he’s very down to earth and take value out of our sessions.
Aaron Swerdlove, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Aaron is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Aaron. View 19 reviews
- Great news, Aaron is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
Recent reviews
Aaron’s kind and compassionate - listens and understands
More about Aaron
- 8 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW
Greetings citizens of the universe my name is Aaron Swerdlove and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Chicago Illinois. In 2003 I completed my Masters degree at The University of Illinois-Chicago, Jane Addams College of Social Work. Over the years I’ve learned a few things, for instance sometimes the best advice is the advice not given. Another thing I’ve learned is to not be so judgmental of others.
Indeed I have begun a counseling/therapy practice and I do offer support, guidance, and understanding. My approach is integrative because there is not a one size fits all when it comes to problems and difficulties in life. The client’s prerogative is super important .
Adversity, difficulties, rough patches, problems, failures, etc are bound to happen in life and sometimes people need assistance to get through and understand what it is they are experiencing. I think therapy and counseling can be very useful in this endeavor.
Making a little bit more space internally can result in more freedom and peace within. Changing the narrative of our storylines or understanding our experience in a different way can be liberating. Therapy/counseling can definitely help accomplish this. Go for it you are worth it. I’d love the opportunity to help.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Depression
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Licenses
Aaron Swerdlove's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831461359.
- LCSW · Illinois · 149.014774 · Expires November 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Aaron Swerdlove
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
So far I really enjoy therapy with him, he’s very down to earth and take value out of our sessions.
Aaron’s kind and compassionate - listens and understands
He helping me out a lot
Amazing! Very understanding and helps me see my life through a different lens
Very easy to talk to, which is important to me.
Prompt, compassionate, appropriately funny
Excellent, Knowledgeable, professional
Excellent experience.
Aaron is an excellent therapist. Very accurate with his diagnosis of me and referred me to Podcast that was perfect for me. He’s very intuitive. He continues to peel back the layers during every session.
Aaron is a fantastic, thorough and adaptable counselor with a good sense of humor. After contemplating therapy for more than a year, I decided to use Better Help. Aaron has been a great counselor during a very difficult time and has been adaptable to a very volatile time in my life. I'm very appreciative and look forward to working with Aaron for a long time.
I enjoy and look forward to showing up to my session every week! You make such a safe and nonjudgmental container! I learn so much and feel like I’m making such progress from our sessions! Thank you!
Aaron is wonderful! Very knowledgeable and patient and understanding. He was a huge help to me and I would recommend him to everyone!
Aron and I get along well and we share a sense of humour about life. He listens closely and I see him take notes and then he asks me pointed questions that allow me to think about what I said and how I feel about it. I feel he lets me find an answer or a direction to explore.
Great support. Like a friend and counsellor combined
Great work!
Aaron Is a very empathetic listener. I had trouble finding a counsellor willing to do regular video calls (which I think is so important). I would highly reccomend.
Great guy, better counselor.
I really enjoy Aaron's style of counseling.
There have been very few times I have participated in counseling where I have felt the counselor was truly listening to what I was saying. There is no doubt in my mind that Aaron Swerdlove has held on to every word. He is very straight forward with his processes and he offers REASON alongside his help and advice. He makes me feel like I'm on his level. Absolutely a respectful and a respectable man. I would recommend him time and time again.
Frequently asked questions
Does Aaron Swerdlove offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Aaron Swerdlove works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Aaron Swerdlove speak?
Aaron Swerdlove speaks English.
How many years of experience does Aaron Swerdlove have?
Aaron Swerdlove has 8 years of experience.
Where is Aaron Swerdlove licensed to practice?
Aaron Swerdlove is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Aaron Swerdlove accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Aaron Swerdlove does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
How can I communicate with Aaron Swerdlove?
Aaron Swerdlove can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Aaron Swerdlove?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.